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EDUCATION

Free Holocaust education program in Scottsdale

The Phoenix Holocaust Association and the Arizona Jewish Historical Society will co-host a free Holocaust education community program in Scottsdale. Titled Echoes from the Night of Broken Glass, …
Business

Cardone Ventures co-founder to host money bootcamp for high school girls in Scottsdale

Natalie Dawson, president and co-founder of Cardone Ventures, presents Money Matters, a no-cost, one-day confidence and money bootcamp for high school girls. The event will be held from 9 a.m. …
VALLEY TRAVEL

Freeway work this weekend closes Loop 101 section in Scottsdale

A section of Loop 101 in Scottsdale will be closed this weekend for freeway work while drivers along portions of Loop 202 in the Chandler/Ahwatukee area  will face delays and detours for …
FIRST RESPONDERS

Scottsdale PD arrests teen in connection with shooting

Scottsdale police have arrested a 17-year-old male in connection with a shooting that left one person injured outside a large house party in north Scottsdale. At approximately 12:28 a.m. on …
BUSINESS

Scottsdale smoothie shop is franchising

A Scottsdale smoothie shop is launching franchising opportunities throughout Arizona. HB Wellness is partnering with Scottsdale-based franchise development company Fransmart to expand its …
ENTERTAINMENT

Scottsdale Jazz Festival still set for April 11

The 15th Anniversary of International Jazz Day and the Scottsdale Jazz Festival, is still scheduled for April 11, 2026, at the Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way in Scottsdale. The …
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Response to letter about No UPCODE Act

OPINION — The comments in Steve Thomas’ letter re Medicare upcoding are misleading and inaccurate. I believe he has confused Medicare Advantage aka Plan C, with Advantage combined with …
Education

Antisemitism, Holocaust education for Arizona teachers

In a room full of teachers with books lined against the wall on Tuesday, Nov. 4, the Franciscan Renewal Center and the Phoenix Holocaust Association hosted educators, speakers and scholars to discuss …
resorts

Kimpton Miralina resort announces desert luxury amenities

As the opening of the new Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas in Paradise Valley draws near, reservations are now being accepted and amenities have been announced.
BUSINESS

Salt + Lime to donate proceeds to veterans foundation

Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill, a valley restaurant chain with a location in Scottsdale, is helping out veterans during the month of November. For every $5 purchase of Salt + Lime’s …
Entertainment

Scottsdale artist finds healing and purpose through creativity

It’s been more than 20 years since Scottsdale resident Cheryl Senkfor became paralyzed after suffering a sudden cerebral hemorrhage. At the age of 44, Senkfor experienced what she refers …
COMMUNITY NEWS

Scottsdale City Council running out of time on ‘Axon Bill’ legal challenge

What the Scottsdale City Council’s plan is regarding the lawsuit against the city by the Taxpayers Against Awful Apartment Zoning Exemptions political action committee should finally come into …
EDUCATION

APS surprises teachers with $500 gift cards for classroom supplies

Five hundred Arizona teachers received a welcomed surprise thanks to the APS Supply My Class program, which awarded each educator a $500 prepaid gift card to help cover the cost of classroom …
REAL ESTATE

Federal shutdown not affecting Valley real estate market

The federal government shutdown is now officially the longest in history. It’s had profound effects to government services like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and …

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Scottsdale Opinions with Civility

The proven professional Scottsdale needs

OPINION – As a world-class city that is growing rapidly, Scottsdale needs leaders who combine vision with proven management and fiscal responsibility. With more than two decades of executive …
Robert Robb

What is ‘America First’ about Trump’s foreign policy?

Ten months into Donald Trump’s second term as president, a pertinent question has arisen: What is “America First” about his foreign policy?

Congress should support No UPCODE Act

OPINION – In a letter dated Oct. 29, Chris Herstam encouraged Arizona’s congressional delegation to oppose the No UPCODE Act. The act aims to prevent Medicare Advantage plans from …

Banner’s commitment to Scottsdale is personal for me

OPINION – As a longtime Scottsdale resident and business leader, I’ve always believed that great communities are built by people and institutions willing to invest in the future. …

Happy 50th, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

OPINION – My wife and I attended the recent ARTrageous Gala celebrating the 50th anniversary of Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. It was an amazing, and well-earned, celebration. …

The future of our SUSD schools depends on us

OPINION – As a mother and proud member of the Desert Mountain community, I care deeply about the future of our neighborhood schools. I also serve on the Scottsdale Unified School District Audit …

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SCOTTSDALE EDUCATION

SUSD officials to hear opinions about closing Pima, Echo Canyon

Long-time Saguaro High School history teacher Ashley Crose is being inducted into the NAU College of Education Hall of Fame Nov. 7.

SUSD teacher named to NAU College of Education Hall of Fame

Saguaro High School history teacher Ashley Crose has a long list of accomplishments on his resume. For starters, he earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in the field of …
Standards for EOPs are jointly developed by the Arizona Department of Education and the Department of Emergency and Military Affairs.

Audit shows most Arizona schools failing safety plan standards

More than two decades after Arizona first required schools to adopt Emergency Operations Plans, a new state audit shows many campuses remain dangerously unprepared for active shooter events, natural …
Students form the Chaparral learning community will show off their talents at the Chaparral High School Chaparral Coffee House Talent Show Oct. 28.

Chaparral Coffee House Talent Show highlights students’ talent

The Chaparral High School Chaparral Coffee House Talent Show features talents of students from the Chaparral complex and in all areas of performing arts Oct. 28. Come and enjoy talent acts by …
Scottsdale Unified School District invites families to attend Kindergarten Roundup starting Oct. 29.

Fall Kindergarten Roundup coming to SUSD elementary schools

Scottsdale Unified School District invites families to attend Kindergarten Roundup, a signature event hosted at each of the district’s elementary schools to help prepare children and families …
An open house is scheduled for 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 27 for the new Scottsdale Unified School District’s Math and Science Academy at Mohave Middle School.

Mohave Middle School’s Math and Science Academy now open

Scottsdale Unified School District’s Math and Science Academy at Mohave Middle School is open and district officials say it is already inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders. …
Scottsdale Entertainment
The public is invited to a program highlighting the work of artist Gary Ernest Smith at the Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Nov. 13.

Artist Gary Ernest Smith celebrated at Western Spirit museum

Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West invites the public to an event hosted by noteworthy artist Gary Ernest Smith. The Evening Majesty program with Smith will take place from 3 …
Two events will limit public access to the Scottsdale Civic Center in November.

Events restrict access to Scottsdale Civic Center

Scottsdale’s event season heats up this month with two major happenings debuting at Scottsdale Civic Center — the Dreamy Draw Music Festival and Every Woman’s Marathon — …
The exterior of the new Limitless Aesthetics & Wellness in Scottsdale.

New medical spa opens in Scottsdale

A new Limitless Aesthetics & Wellness studio is opening soon in Scottsdale. The grand opening of the new medical spa and regenerative wellness center will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 13 at …
The free Messiah Sing-Along concert is Sunday, Nov. 30, at North Scottsdale United Methodist Church.

Annual ‘Messiah Sing-Along’ concert returns to Scottsdale

As part of a cherished Valley tradition, the community is invited to enjoy a free community performance...
The Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra opens its 2025-26 Scottsdale Chamber Music Series Nov. 2.

Scottsdale Chamber Music Series to open season

The Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra is opening its 2025-26 Scottsdale Chamber Music Series at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2 at the Steinway Concert Hall, 14418 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 184, Scottsdale. …

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